How To Fix MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD077 - XPRA &1 not on positive list but should run in SUM

MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD077 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD - MDS Maint Ev information extractor

• Message number: 077

• Message text: XPRA &1 not on positive list but should run in SUM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD077 - XPRA &1 not on positive list but should run in SUM ?

  The error message "MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD077 XPRA &1 not on positive list but should run in SUM" typically occurs during the Software Update Manager (SUM) process in SAP when an XPRA (eXtended Program Run) is not recognized as part of the positive list for the update. This can happen for various reasons, including issues with the update package, configuration, or the specific version of the software being used.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Positive List Entry: The XPRA is not included in the positive list of the SUM tool, which means that the tool does not recognize it as a valid process to run during the update.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the software you are trying to update may not be compatible with the XPRA that is being referenced.
  Incorrect SUM Configuration: The SUM tool may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in recognizing certain processes.
  SAP Notes: There may be specific SAP Notes that address